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Necklaces For Sale
Style: Art Deco
Style: Retro
Sterling Silver Emerald and Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace for Mom Gift Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
merald and Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace in sterling silver studded with octagon cut emerald and round cut diamonds. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver

8.5 Carat Starburst Amethyst Blue Topaz Silver Pendant Jewelry for Mom Gift
Located in New York, NY
8.5 Carat Starburst Amethyst Blue Topaz Silver Pendant Necklace In 925 Sterling Silver New Year Gift studded with round, pear cut amethyst, blue topaz. This stunning piece of jewelry...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Blue Topaz, Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Cross with Lapis Lazuli
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Antique Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Cross with Lapis Lazuli is a timeless and exquisite piece of jewelry that reflects the craftsmanship and artistry of Italian design. The use of 1...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unoaerre Fringe Retro Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Unoaerre Fringe Retro Yellow Gold Necklace is a luxurious and stylish piece of jewelry known for its high-quality craftsmanship and classic design....
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Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral, Multi-Strands Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful multi-strand necklace mounted with five strands of coral and a clasp in rose silver structure. This necklace was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in ...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Coral, Silver

Vintage Necklace 21K Gold 7.8 ctw 12natural Blue Red Green Sapphires Rubies/5.1g
Located in SE
Necklace in solid 21K Gold featuring 12 Green and Blue Sapphires mixed with pinky-red rubies. All stones are oval-cut untreated naturals with visible flaws and inclusions/. All sto...
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20th Century European Retro Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Ruby, Green Sapphire, 22k Gold

Lucie Rosen's Untreated Burma Ruby Lavalier Necklace, 18.10 carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
This ruby and diamond lavalier is the pinnacle of Art Deco elegance. Created by the esteemed firm Drecier and Co., it is adorned with over 18 carats of exceptionally rare, unheated B...
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20th Century Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

14k Yellow Gold Diamond Cut Graduated Rope Necklace 17.5 Inches - Stamped
Located in Eagan, MN
I just love this necklace! It's understated but yet very elegant. Not over-powering. The diamond cut necklace is 17.5 inches long and 4.3 mm thick in the middle and then graduate...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB vintage Copper Deco Pendant Stunning Bakelite and Murano glass Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Large Vintage Copper Deco Pendant Stunning Necklace.This one of a kind, handmade, piece consists of a repousse copper tribal pendant that is beautifully en...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Copper

18K Gold Snowflake Diamond Pendant Christmas Charm Winter Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Snowflake Diamond Pendant is made of 18K solid gold available in three colors, White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Gold Necklace showcasing 31 Brilliant Round Cut, Natural and eth...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

AAA 11.13 CTW Emerald 6.2 CTW Diamond Layered Wrap 18k White Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
AAA 11.13 CTW Emerald 6.2 CTW Diamond Layered Wrap Necklace in 18K Gold studded with oval emerald and diamonds. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dre...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Platinum 14K Yellow Gold 3.50 Carats Diamond Large Crown Tiara Charm
Located in New York, NY
Antique Platinum and 14K Gold 3.50 Carat Diamond Crown Tiara Royal Charm 32.4mm wide 22.2mm height c, 1940s Beautifully converted from a brooch C...
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Mid-20th Century Retro Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 0.40ct European Cut Diamond Filigree Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: An exquisite diamond pendant in white gold. Featuring an intricate filigree design with a central European cut diamond weighing 0.4 carats. The diamon...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Turquoise Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.7 grams. Totally is diamond 1.20 ct. The diamond is has F-G-H color and vs-s1 clarity. Total lenght is chain 42 cm. Please contact for any q...
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1970s European Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Mondrian Sapphire Emerald Citrine Rectangle Gold Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Unisex Arty Mondrian Gripoix Cabochon Sapphire Emerald Citrine Navy Blue Green Yellow Topaz Rectangle Cube Square Geometric Chunky Statement Bib Charm ...
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Antique Rose Cut Diamond Platinum Enamel Locket Necklace Ambassador Galbraith
Located in New York, NY
This is a Museum Quality Antique Edwardian Locket Necklace from the estate of Ambassador Evan Galbraith. The magnificent locket (one of two ...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

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Diamond, Enamel, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

0.68 Ct Pear Cut Natural Ruby Pendant Chain Necklace in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Delicate yet striking, this elegant necklace features a captivating pear-shaped gemstone set in radiant 14k yellow gold. The vibrant red stone, weighing 0.68 carats, is beautifully f...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amber Round Bead Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
The single-strand of round amber beads approx. 14 mm diameter Two beads with internal screw locking. Length 56 cm. Total weight: 51.7 gr
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Amber

1965 Set Necklace Bracelet Pearl Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver / 62 gr
Located in SE
Fine Vintage matching Set Necklace and Bracelet featuring a beautiful set of equally sized cultured Sea Pearls complemented with original V-locks with safety clutch in solid 18K Yell...
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1960s Swedish Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Vintage Art Deco silver and enamel fob pendant, School sports
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive vintage sterling silver and enamel fob pendant. It is a circular shaped piece with an attractive forest green enamelled design, the green enamel shield to the front re...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Yellow gold chunky curb cuban chain necklace
Located in London, GB
22ct yellow gold curb cuban link chain necklace Indian Asian wedding ceremony. 22ct pure gold chain necklace hallmarked Anchor link chain for everyd...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Art Deco 'Lighter than Air' Diamond Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
It sits quietly at the neck calling attention to its dignity. Spun of platinum and white gold, in linear and vertical form, the pendant is delicate, strong and like urban 1920's arch...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, 10k Gold, 14k Gold

Black Onyx Bead and Diamond Tassel Pendant Necklace, Circa 1930
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco black onyx tassel pendant necklace, comprising of multiple rows of graduating black onyx beads, hanging below a brilliant-cut diamond set domed cap, and an old-cut diamon...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

French Art Deco Lariat Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Long French Art Deco 1920s Lariat composed of multi strand, braided twists of opaque faux jade and pearl micro seed beads. Beautifully crafted with hand blown glass faux pearl and c...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Cross Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful pendant necklace in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure studded with emeralds surrounded by diamonds. The silver chain is included. This pendant was totally handmade by It...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique Halo Pendant Emerald Diamond solid 14K Gold / 2.25gr
Located in SE
Emeralds and Diamonds, old Pendant set in solid 14 ct Greenish Yellow Gold. Ca. early XX cent, likely German or Danish, it was in possession of Danish /German family. Measures 25 m...
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver

Victorian Art-Deco Style Tennis Polki Diamond Necklace
Located in Jaipur, IN
Victorian Art-Deco Style Tennis Polki Diamond Necklace This Victorian period art-deco style magnificent diamond Polki necklace is extraordinary...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Yellow and Blue Sapphires Pearls Diamonds Rose Gold and Silver Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Very elegant multi-strand grey pearls (8mm) necklace composed of 5 grey pearl rows with 9K rose gold and silver dragonfly clasp (6.2 cm x 4 cm) embellished with diamonds and yellow b...
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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 9k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold

Arizona Chrysocolla Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
The length of the necklace is 18 inches (45.7 cm). The size of the smooth round beads is 16 mm. The beads' color is bright and deep. They are a mixture of sea green and aquamarine wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Retro Necklaces

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Chrysocolla, Sterling Silver

Baccarat Smoky Crystals and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
This Baccarat Smoky Crystals and Yellow Gold Necklace is a captivating piece that elegantly combines the brilliance of 18-karat yellow gold with the rich, sophisticated tones of smok...
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20th Century French Retro Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Reticulated 14K White Gold Lorgnette Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Large Art Deco period lorgnette with a long, elegant reticulated 14K white gold handle accented by two diamonds and three sapphires set in a stylized geometrical and scrolled design ...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style 0.80 Ct Emerald 14K Rose Gold Necklace
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
Art Deco Style 0.80 ct Emerald 14K Gold Necklace This necklace was made with quality materials and excellent handwork. I guarantee the quality assurance...
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2010s Turkish Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Paris 1940 Art Deco Necklace In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds Coral & Onyxes
Located in Miami, FL
A necklace designed by Cartier. Beautiful colorful V shaped necklace, designed in Paris France during the late art deco period, back in the 1940. The necklace was crafted by the jew...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior GROSSE 1972 Large White Circle Round Ball Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1972 Vintage Large White Circle Round Ball Pearl Pendant Elegant Chain Necklace, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. Rare to find. Sign at clasp....
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1970s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Art Deco Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Vintage Drop Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of a fancy elongated bar link chain with a pear cut Colombian emerald drop station Weighing approximately 2.83 carats - transparent medium green in color with minor traditi...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Monet Vintage 1980s Spiral Twist Interlinked Rope Chain Necklace Silver Gold
Located in Wokingham, England
Monet Vintage 1980s Unisex Spiral Twist Interlinked Rope Chain Modernist Necklace, Silver Gold Tone Can also worn as a bracelet or add a pendant. Very excellent condition. Very ne...
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1980s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Silver Plate

A rare Galalith bead single row necklace , Louis Rousselet, France, 1930s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A rare graduated single row necklace by Louis Rousselet designed with high Art Deco Parisian style. Made with Galalith beads (a material akin to Bakelite, but French/Continental and ...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Art Deco Honey Amber Graduated Faceted Bead Necklace
Located in London, GB
Fabulous Art Deco honey amber bead necklace with natural inclusions, and a gold plated ring bolt clasp. The beautiful faceted beads are graduated wit...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Amber

Necklace Yellow Gold 18 Carats Floral Vintage
Located in Vannes, FR
Necklace Yellow Gold 18 Carats Floral Vintage This pretty necklace in 18-carat (750/1000) yellow gold embodies the timeless elegance of antique jewelry. Weighing 11.64 grams, it sedu...
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1950s French Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carnelian, Turquoise, Onyx, Agate, Tourmaline, Rose Gold and Silver Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Retrò necklace mounted with spheres in 9 kt rose gold and satin silver spheres between spheres of tourmaline, onyx, green agate, turquoise and carnelian. This necklace was totally...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Agate, Carnelian, Onyx, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

14K Solid Gold Circle Shape Necklace Wedding Gift For Her Gold Expensive Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Circle Shape Necklace Wedding Gift For Her Gold Expensive Pendant Base Metal Yellow Gold Chain Type Anchor/Mariner Gold Weight 2.78 grams Approx Diamond Weight 0.5 c...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Vintage Retro Diamond and Emerald Pendant Chain Necklace is crafted in 18-karat yellow gold and features a striking green oval cabochon emerald at its center. The emerald is sur...
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Mid-20th Century European Retro Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Collier in Chrome and Galalith by Jakob Bengel, around 1920/30
Located in Berlin, DE
Collier in Chrome and Galalith by Jakob Bengel, around 1920/30 Necklace of the famous jewellery manufacturer Jakob Bengel from Idar-Oberstein, black galalith elements on a chrome ch...
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1920s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Blue Sapphire Necklet
Located in COTTESLOE, AU
Prepare to turn heads with the dazzling Orion Blue Sapphire and Diamond Necklace. - Stunning 18K white gold necklace - Oval cut blue sapphire drop center - Double halo of 17 & 18 da...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Tutti Frutti Necklace 22" 18K
Located in North Hollywood, CA
I adore Tutti Frutti pieces but the originals by Cartier etc. are out of the price range for most. I am always on the lookout for these pieces. This necklace I had made for me as I...
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2010s American Art Deco Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Christian Dior Vintage Sapphire Double Crystals Moons Water Drop Omega Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Sapphire Navy Blue Double Crystals Moons Water Drop Pendant Snake Omega Elegant Necklace, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. Very new. 100% Genuine. ...
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Georges L'Enfant Curb Link 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Great Barrington, US
Georges L'Enfant Curb Link 18k Yellow Gold Necklace, 16.25 inches in length. Featuring alternating small polished links with oval twisted wire links representative of L'Enfant's most...
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1960s French Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Art Deco 1930 Platinum Long Stations Chain Necklace With 1.82 Cts Round Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Art-Deco diamonds stations long chained necklace sautoir A classic piece from the American art-deco period, created at the beginnings of the 1930's. It was carefully crafted in soli...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Retro Pearl Diamond Necklace 2 Carats
Located in Montgomery, AL
So Unique!! This lovely showpiece is like no other. Necklace Details Length: 18.75” Double Strand 7.5mm Cultured Round Pearls Crème Color High Luster Gross Weight: 87.3 Grams Cent...
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Late 20th Century Retro Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Crucifix
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Retro Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Crucifix is a timeless and exquisite piece of religious jewelry that captures the essence of traditional craftsmanship...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

30.86 CTW Kyanite 19.75 CTW Diamond Triple Layer Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
30.86 CTW Kyanite 19.75 CTW Diamond Triple Layer Necklace in 18K Gold with diamond studded around oval shape kyanite. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Kyanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond & Colombian Cabochon Emerald Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond & Colombian Cabochon Emerald Necklace This extraordinary Van Cleef & Arpels necklace is crafted in platinum and 1...
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20th Century French Retro Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Diamonds, 14 Karat White and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Elegant necklace in 14 karat white and yellow gold mounted with diamonds. This necklace is totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in perfect condition. Diamonds 5.76...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Curata 14k Yellow Gold 18" Italian Blue Green Enamel Evil Eye Hamsa Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Metal Stamp: 14k Measurement: 18mm wide x 22mm long Country of Origin: Italy Chain: Solid 14k Cable Chain 18" Closure: Lobster Claw Weight: 2.1 grams Certificate of Authenticity Incl...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Necklaces

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Yellow Gold, Enamel

Coral, 18 Karat Yellow Gold.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Elegant necklace mounted with spheres of coral and, every group of four coral is alternated with a little structure in 18 kt yellow gold. As clasp, a closure in 18 kt yellow gold. Th...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 14k Yellow Gold Diamond & Black Onyx Filigree Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Very Rare to find these necklaces in yellow gold! Most were made in white and platinum. The yellow gold and black onyx combined with the masterful Art Deco Workmanship is truly somet...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold

Original by Robert Pearl and Rhinestone Brooch/Pendant
By Original by Robert
Located in Alford, MA
Wreath-shaped brooch of various pearls, rhinestones, crystals, and micro gold beads by Robert, c.1960. Hook in addition to pin, so can be worn as pendant. Some of the Original by Robert...
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Pearl

Coral, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fashion pendant in 18 kt yellow gold mounted with horn lucky charm of coral. The horn lucky charm is a typical symbol of the ancient Neapolitan culture. The rubber chain with steel c...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique and Vintage Necklaces for Sale: Shop Van Cleef Necklaces, Pearl Necklaces and Tiffany Necklaces on 1stDibs

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

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